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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | DC S4500 |
| Capacity | 240 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise/Read-Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 32-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 440 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 500 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 190 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 72000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 15500 |
| Average Latency | 36 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2KB240G701 |
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Compared with the earlier SSDSC2KB240G701 ordering code, SSDSC2KB240G7 is the refreshed DC S4500 variant that preserves the platform’s proven enterprise profile—1 DWPD, 440 TBW, and 32-layer 3D TLC—while providing a cleaner path for lifecycle-standardized refresh in SATA data center fleets. Its real value is consistent read-centric performance at 240 GB, delivering up to 500/190 MB/s and 72,000/15,500 IOPS for boot, cache, and mixed-read infrastructure tiers where predictable endurance and low integration risk matter more than peak bandwidth.
With an endurance rating of 440 TBW and 1 DWPD, the SSDSC2KB240G7 can sustain writing its full 240 GB capacity once per day throughout its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS, boot, and general business application workloads. In practical terms, for a system-drive use case with normal daily write volumes, this level of endurance supports many years of stable operation and provides comfortable headroom for long-term deployment. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes Power Loss Protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and improving system recovery confidence. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 and 2 million hours MTBF indicate a very low uncorrectable bit error rate and strong long-term reliability, making it a dependable choice for business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface, paired with 500 MB/s sequential read performance, provides a drop-in upgrade path for legacy enterprise platforms while accelerating OS boot, log scanning, and bulk data retrieval.
2. With 72,000 IOPS of random read capability, the drive can sustain responsive performance for VM boot storms, metadata-heavy workloads, and read-centric database queries.
3. A 1 DWPD endurance rating makes it well suited for mixed-use enterprise deployments that need predictable lifespan under steady daily rewrite activity.
4. Built on 32-layer 3D TLC NAND, the SSD balances cost efficiency, density, and reliability, making it a practical choice for scaling mainstream server storage without sacrificing flash benefits.
5. The typical latency of 36 µs helps reduce storage wait time, improving application responsiveness in transactional systems and latency-sensitive virtualized environments.
In the Intel DC S3520 family, the nearest lower capacity reference to the 240 GB SSDSC2KB240G7 is 150 GB, while the next higher step is 480 GB. The 240 GB model sits at the sweet spot of the lineup: it offers noticeably more headroom than 150 GB for OS images, logs, patch growth, and swap space, yet avoids the higher acquisition cost of 480 GB when large data footprints are unnecessary. With broadly similar enterprise SATA performance across these capacities, 240 GB is a balanced choice for small virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot volumes for about 30 to 40 lightweight virtual machines.
Q: Is SSDSC2KB240G7 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: It can support moderate write-intensive workloads, but for a truly write-heavy database server, 1 DWPD and 440 TBW may be limiting. We recommend validating daily write volume first.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1 DWPD, meaning it can sustain one full 240 GB drive write per day over its warranty period within the specified endurance limits.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected outages, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on your goal. RAID 1 suits redundancy, RAID 10 balances performance and protection, and RAID 5/6 may fit capacity-focused environments with controller support.